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best plant Health tricks
Posted: Wed Sep 10, 2025 7:02 am
by RidgeFlyer
My Anubias aren't growing like they used to, leaves are turning yellow. Tank's a 20 gallon, got a Fluval light, CO2 injection, and I do weekly water changes. Any tricks to get 'em back on track?
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2025 3:02 pm
by dewdrop
Yellow leaves could mean a nutrient deficiency. Are you dosing any fertilizers? I've had good luck with Seachem Flourish, just a capful twice a week. Also, check your light duration, 6-8 hours is usually enough.
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2025 3:23 pm
by flinty
I've seen similar issues when the rhizome is buried. Make sure it's attached to driftwood or rocks, not planted in substrate. That might help.
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2025 6:29 pm
by terrac
flinty wrote: ↑Fri Sep 12, 2025 3:23 pm
I've seen similar issues when the rhizome is buried. Make sure it's attached to driftwood or rocks, not planted in substrate. That might help.
Good point. Also, how's your water flow? Anubias prefer low to moderate flow, high flow can stress them.
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2025 9:23 pm
by lentoa
Test your water for nitrates and phosphates. Anubias are slow growers but still need those. If levels are low, consider adding a balanced fertilizer like Tropica Premium. Works wonders for me.
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Fri Sep 12, 2025 10:34 pm
by DaisyDew
I've had success with root tabs near the Anubias, even if they're not planted. Just push one into the substrate close by. They'll absorb nutrients through the water column.
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Sat Sep 13, 2025 12:32 am
by oceanview
Could be old leaves dying off naturally. Trim the yellow ones and see if new growth comes in healthy. Sometimes plants just need a little cleanup.
Re: best plant Health tricks
Posted: Sat Sep 13, 2025 4:35 am
by ocean9
dewdrop wrote: ↑Fri Sep 12, 2025 3:02 pm
Yellow leaves could mean a nutrient deficiency. Are you dosing any fertilizers? I've had good luck with Seachem Flourish, just a capful twice a week. Also, check your light duration, 6-8 hours is usually enough.
Yep, Flourish is solid. I'd also check your CO2 levels, too much can cause melt. Keep it around 20-30 ppm.